The Fidelis Care Blog

In support of World Cancer Day this February, Fidelis Care has launched a multiplatform campaign to promote cancer screenings. Regular preventive screenings can help detect cancer at its earliest stages, giving patients the best chance for successful treatment.

The eyes may be windows to the soul, but the mouth is the gateway to the entire body. That’s because dental healthcare can be a gauge of overall health. Despite decades of research about the importance of dental health and the repercussions of neglecting teeth and gums, many Americans still lack access to the dental care they need. Only 63% of American adults saw a dentist in the last year. More alarming? Over 25% of young and middle-aged adults have untreated cavities, and almost half of adults over the age of 30 have gum disease.

February is National Children's Dental Health Month. Taking care of teeth early helps children avoid problems like cavities and gum disease. The Child Health Plus (CHPlus) program from Fidelis Care provides dental care for kids, so they can have strong, healthy smiles. With CHPlus from Fidelis Care, children can get essential dental care at little or no cost to families based on income and household size.

Fidelis Care would like to remind providers of CMS correct coding guidelines to prevent billing errors and potential audits. Fidelis Care has found instances where claims for the same service were billed multiple times using the same revenue code. Per CMS guidelines, providers must ensure that each service charge has a distinct revenue code.

February marks Black History Month. Historically, African Americans have been tremendous contributors to our country and achieved great strides in promoting diversity and inclusivity, despite facing many barriers. I am very proud to be a part of the community and honored that there is a month dedicated to my heritage and our contributions.